Nurse Manager- Behavioral Health

Overview

St. John's Riverside Hospital is a leader in providing the highest quality, compassionate health care utilizing the latest, state-of-the-art medical technology. Serving the Westchester community from Yonkers to the river town communities of Hastings-on-Hudson, Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry and Irvington, St. John's Riverside has been and continues to be a unique and comprehensive network of medical professionals dedicated to a tradition of service that spans generations.

St. John’s has been an integral part of the community since the 1890's and its’ commitment to provide the community with the most advanced medical services available continues to be the hospitals’ vision, mission and value. St. John's Riverside Hospital built itself around an early foundation of nursing and community service. In 1894, the Cochran School of Nursing, the oldest hospital-based school of nursing in the metropolitan area, was founded, thus making the St. John's Nursing Staff more than just the backbone of the hospital, but the heart and soul. St. John’s dedicated nurses give superior attention to those who need it most with a strong emphasis on patient and family-focused nursing care.   

St. John’s Riverside Hospital staff is committed to making life better for all patients. The hospital continues to elevate the services provided with the goal of increasing the quality of life for all who entrust St. John's Riverside Hospital to their care.

Personalized care together with advanced technology is what it means to be Community Strong

Responsibilities

The Nurse Manager is a registered Professional Nurse responsible and accountable for the delivery of patient care on an individual unit.   Utilizes the nursing process in evaluating and assessing the nursing needs of patients. Demonstrates awareness of nursing skills, ability and classification of staff and prepares appropriate patient assignments. Consults and collaborates with other health team members to coordinate and maximize the quality of patient care.  Promotes customer satisfaction and assumes role of patient advocate. Makes effective recommendations for hiring, firing, and performance appraisals for nursing staff. Provides staff counseling and direction for professional growth and positive behavior changes. Develops and monitors guidelines and utilizes data obtained to monitor compliance with patient care standards.

Qualifications

Minimum of three (3) years experience as a staff Nurse.Licensed and currently registered under the laws of the State of New York as a Nurse. 3 years of Nursing Supervisory experience with good organizational and communication skills. BSN degree or national professional certification preferred.